House members keep losing their bids for higher office. Some think they know why.
Voters have not been especially excited to promote members of an unpopular and dysfunctional institution.
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Senate GOP passes immigration enforcement bill
House passage is the last step before President Donald Trump can sign the measure into law.
House panel advances $1.15 trillion defense bill after marathon debate
The House Armed Services Committee (HASC) late Thursday passed the annual Defense policy bill, sending the mammoth, nearly $1.15 trillion measure to the full House after debating a chunk of some 900 offered amendments for 14 hours. The measure, known as the fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), passed the panel by a 44…
House passes new Ukraine aid package, with 18 Republicans bucking Trump
The GOP-controlled House on Thursday passed legislation authorizing funding for military aid to Ukraine and sanctions on Russia, a largely symbolic move that nonetheless demonstrates some Republicans’ willingness to buck President Trump on foreign policy. Eighteen Republicans and Independent Rep. Kevin Kiley (Calif.) joined Democrats to pass the measure, which was brought to the floor…
Bondi punts blame for the Epstein files to Todd Blanche
The former attorney general told Congress her likely successor oversaw the delayed, and in many cases incomplete, release of the Epstein files in the federal government’s possession.
House passes agriculture and FDA appropriations bill
The House on Thursday passed its second fiscal year 2027 appropriations bill, marking a key milestone for GOP leaders as they navigate the annual government funding process while juggling a crowded legislative agenda. The lower chamber voted 213-210 to pass the agriculture, rural development, Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and related agencies appropriations bill. Five…
Tradition reigns in one of the richest congressional districts. Or does it?
Micah Lasher is leading a race with the might of the establishment propelling him. It might not be enough.